On the special moment for John Tavares:
We are just so happy for John. Incredible accomplishment. He is contributor on two massive goals that help us get a point tonight.
To get the 1,000th in that manner — such an important goal — in this building here, which I know means a lot to him here, with his dad in the building as well… Pretty special.
We would’ve loved to get the second point for him tonight, but I am really happy he was able to have this moment.
On Tavares’ father witnessing the moment in person, and if he can imagine what it’s like for a father to see his son accomplish such greatness in the NHL:
I don’t think I could put it into words.